Vascular Technologist - Multiple Locations

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Summerville, SC

About The Position

The Vascular Technologist performs diagnostic, non-invasive vascular examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate the cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems. The role may also include abdominal vascular evaluation and requires on-call availability. The technologist prepares patients for procedures, explains examinations and provides instructions, reviews patient information in the hospital electronic medical record, enters preliminary reports, and documents critical findings according to department policy. The role requires adherence to examination protocols, safety and infection-control policies, patient confidentiality requirements, and organizational standards. The technologist must recognize when an examination order needs clarification and contact the referring physician or other appropriate medical personnel before proceeding. The position requires knowledge of vascular anatomy, examination procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular laboratory findings with other hospital procedures. Other duties may be assigned. The role involves periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads, possible exposure to physical altercations or verbal abuse, limited hazardous substances or body fluids, and blood or other potentially infectious materials. Prolonged standing and raised or extended arm positioning may be necessary during ultrasound imaging procedures.

Requirements

Vascular technology credential from ARDMS (Registered Vascular Sonographer, RVT), ARRT (Vascular Sonographer), or CCI (Registered Vascular Specialist, RVS); required within one year of hire.
BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association; required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations, or preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in an applied health science field, with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography, or a related study.
One year of experience as a vascular technologist.
Experience with EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Experience with a picture archiving communication system (PACS).
Vascular technology credential at the time of hire.
BLS certification at hire for BSMH.

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems, following protocols unless clinical circumstances require deviation.
Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the examination and providing instructions to achieve desired results, obtain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
Contact the referring physician or other appropriate medical personnel for clarification before an examination when the order may be incorrect.
Use the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information, enter preliminary reports, and document critical findings in accordance with department policy.
Complete assigned tasks within a time frame appropriate to the situation.
Follow organizational Mission and Values, applicable laws and regulations, corporate responsibility standards, and reporting procedures for suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts.
Follow safety initiatives, infection-control policies, and patient confidentiality standards.
Demonstrate proficiency in performing non-invasive vascular examinations and knowledge of vascular anatomy, examination procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of results with other hospital procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Provide on-call coverage.